FF7 Remake Part 3: PS5 Launch Confirmed, Multi-Platform Release Planned
The highly anticipated final installment of the FF7 Remake trilogy will debut on the PlayStation 5, producers Yoshinori Kitase and director Naoki Hamaguchi confirmed in a recent 4Gamer interview (January 23, 2025). This assures PlayStation fans that Part 3 will follow the established pattern of its predecessors.
Release Date and Development Progress:
While Square Enix remains tight-lipped about a specific release date, Hamaguchi offered an encouraging update during a Famitsu interview (January 23, 2025), stating development is progressing smoothly and on schedule. A playable build, confirming the game's direction, was achieved by the end of 2024. Kitase also expressed satisfaction with the completed storyline, hinting at a satisfying conclusion for fans.
Timed Exclusivity Expected:
A Washington Post report (March 6, 2024) suggests PlayStation secured timed exclusivity for the entire FF7 Remake trilogy. Following the precedent set by previous installments, Part 3 is likely to launch as a PS5 exclusive for a defined period before releasing on other platforms.
Square Enix's Multi-Platform Shift:
Despite the success of the FF7 Remake series, Square Enix's financial report (March 31, 2024) revealed declining sales in its HD titles. In response, the company announced a strategic shift towards a multi-platform approach, encompassing Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms. This suggests that while Part 3 will initially launch on PS5, a wider release across multiple platforms is highly probable following its timed exclusivity period.
